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Back charges

Back Charges vs. Change Orders

One of the best ways for general contractors to avoid the difficulties associated with back charges is to skip the need to issue them. By hiring reputable subcontractors with realistic pricing, GCs can often save money over the length of a project.

PEMB under construction in the winter

What You Should Know About Metal Building Systems

With the right advice, sound design, and expert construction work, pre-engineered metal buildings are still the best option for countless building projects—from factories to churches to warehouses to sports complexes.

Crane Hand Signals

Workplace Safety: The Importance of Crane Hand Signals

Crane operators rely on hand signals from a worker on the ground to direct their movements. The person providing hand signals typically has a range of vision and awareness of activity on the ground that are not available to the crane operator. This system provides

Concrete Rubble

Recycling the Rubble: What Really Happens to Used Construction Materials

Large-scale construction projects typically generate plenty of waste products. And there’s even more when a project involves the elimination of existing structures. Fortunately, recycling is now a routine practice in the industry. By repurposing as much of that used material as possible, construction firms are

Roof Drains and Gutters

Are Your Roof Drains Doing Their Job?

The main enemy of flat roofs is the water that can build up and cause damage—not just to the roof, but to the structures below. Flat roofs typically incorporate drainage systems to prevent this from happening. But the drainage systems themselves require regular maintenance to